In 2024, the Charlotte Gaymers Network will leverage our Gaymer Gathering events to educate and engage LGBTQ+ young adults in Charlotte, NC, on the importance of voting. Through interactive gaming sessions and workshops, we’ll provide voter registration assistance, policy education, and mobilization strategies, targeting a diverse community often underrepresented at the polls.
Entity Type: c3
Mission Statement
With a foundation in fostering unity through our shared enthusiasm for gaming—including board games, tabletop games, video games, and related social gatherings—CGN is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive space where individuals from various backgrounds can connect. Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, and extending into the surrounding areas, our organization not only prioritizes creating welcoming environments for meeting new friends but also actively engages in promoting civic participation among our members. As part of our mission, we aim to empower our diverse community to be informed, active participants in the democratic process, emphasizing the importance of voter engagement and advocacy on issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.
Budget Size:
Micro
CaPA States Covered:
NC
Geographic Focus:
Rural, Suburban / Ex-urban, Urban - Small city (<100k), Urban - Large city (>100k)
Core Constituencies:
LGBTQ+, Latinx, Trans; non-binary; and gender-nonconforming
Organization Leadership:
BIPOC-led, Queer-led, Trans; non-binary; and gender nonconforming-led
